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Amherst

Amherst Campus, United States of America

Casual Dining Assistant.

PART TIME$16–17/YR
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Casual Dining Assistant position. The position is casual with periods of reduced or no hours during college breaks and summer, non-benefitted, part-time. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $16.50-17.00. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. The Casual Dining Assistant supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services by providing the campus community with an excellent service experience in our dining facility. This position supports the execution of food and beverage services in the Valentine Dining Hall to include serving, refilling, stocking, cleaning and sanitizing, washing, and always ensuring a safe work environment for employees and guests. This position involves direct customer service and constant interaction with the campus community, requiring oneself to always present in a kind, welcoming, professional, approachable, and supportive manner. The work schedule varies and corresponds to the College’s operational needs. At times, this position may be asked to assist with evening production in student dining or assist with catering and campus-wide events at any time. As our work is central to student life, their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year and in such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times is sometimes required. In addition, the position is designated as providing essential services and should report to work or remain on duty even though the College is closed. Pay Rate: $16.50-$17.00 | Hours: Vary | Essential Reporting Personnel Summary of Responsibilities: Move, serve, stock, finish, and refill food, beverages, and related items Ensure that plating and portion size standards are followed Clean, sanitize, organize, and maintain dining hall surfaces, fixtures, and equipment Maintain College operational standards and Health Department regulations Ensure all areas are maintained in an orderly, clean, and sanitary manner Set up food items prior to and during meals, meeting established standards, and manage the rotation of goods to ensure the highest quality Perform work in a safe and efficient manner; ensure operational organization before, during, and after service Ensure that equipment used is in sound, working order; tools used are properly cared for and stored Communicate operational needs and concerns effectively and proactively Maintain a commitment to the quality of our resources and work to prevent loss and eliminate waste Promote our standards of quality and service and the safety of our work environment Sort, wash, and restock service wares, dishware, glassware, and silverware used in dining service according to college standards Other responsibilities performed as requested or assigned Qualifications: Required Positive attitude and passion for delivering excellent customer service Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to see, taste, feel, smell, and describe foods and beverages Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment Stamina and physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time Ability to frequently stoop, bend, reach, twist, and lift items up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance Ability to maneuver a cart through pushing and pulling Ability to perform repetitive motion Work in a food service environment with variable environmental conditions and near or with cooking equipment that produces heat and cold as well as steam, vapor, and odors related to foods Ability to work a flexible schedule, including reporting to work or remain on duty even when the College is closed Attention to detail and quality standards Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test Successful completion of required reference and background checks Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent Previous food service experience Allergen Awareness as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ServSafe Food Handler Certification or Greater Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Welcome to Amherst College! We are excited to share our current openings. You are invited to explore the opportunities available and we encourage you to apply for those that are aligned with your skills and experience. Thank you again for your interest in Amherst College Amherst College, one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the nation, is located in Amherst, Massachusetts—a town of about 35,000 residents in the western part of the state. The college community includes around 1,800 students from 48 states, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and 54 countries around the world, along with about 1,000 staff and faculty members. The scenic 1,000-acre campus features a 500-acre wildlife sanctuary and the Book and Plow Farm; three museums: Emily Dickinson Museum, Beneski Museum of Natural History , and Mead Art Museum; and multiple educational and cultural venues and resources through the Five College Consortium. Amherst College is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. Amherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or the administration of its programs and activities based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Amherst College complies with all relevant state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. If you have any related inquiries, please contact the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Amherst College, P.O. Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002-5000. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Amherst College's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@amherst.edu. Click here for information about Title IX at Amherst. Inquiries may be directed to: Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator Amherst College 79 S Pleasant Street Suite 120 Amherst, MA 01002 crtixoffice@amherst.edu Amherst.edu/offices/title-ix
Pay
$16–17/yr
Where
Amherst Campus, United States of America
Work
Not stated
Type
Part time
Posted
14 Aug, 2026
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